School Overview
John Brown University (JBU) is a private Christian school that was founded in 1919 in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. The university’s campus sits on 200 acres. In addition to its main campus in Siloam Springs, JPB has regional education centers located in Fort Smith, Little Rock, and Rogers, Arkansas.
As of the 2011-2012 school year, JBU had 2,138 students, of which 1,279 of them were undergraduates. Out of its undergraduates, 878 lived on campus. Students at JBU come from 44 countries and 41 states.
JBU’s athletic departments compete in the Sooner Athletic Conference. JBU is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The US News & World Report ranked JBU first among the regional four-year schools in 2011 for the 2012 publication (in the Southern region).
General Information
|
Admission Office 2000 West University Street Siloam Springs, AR 72761-2121 (479) 524-7286 (877) 528-4636 Fax: (479) 524-4196 [email protected] Contact: Don Crandall Vice President for Enrollment Management |
Main Address 2000 West University Street Siloam Springs, AR 72761-2121 (479) 524-9500 www.jbu.edu |
|
Size Total undergrads: 1,709 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 310 Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,674 Graduate enrollment: 308 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
|
Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $25 Online application fee: $25 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 74% |
College Majors
|
Arts, Visual & Performing Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, & Marketing Communications & Journalism Computer & Information Sciences Education Engineering Engineering Technologies English Language & Literature Family & Consumer Sciences Foreign Language & Literature Health Professions & Clinical Sciences History Liberal Arts & Sciences Mathematics Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Natural Resources & Conservation Parks, Recreation & Fitness Physical Sciences Psychology Social Sciences Theological Studies & Religious Vocations |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
John Brown University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (479) 524-9500 |
| Website: | www.jbu.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | www.jbu.edu/apply/ |
| Address: | 2000 W University St, Siloam Springs, AR 72761 |
| Setting: | Town: Distant |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 2,319 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 73% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 14 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,548 (67% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Associates, Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $27,668 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $27,668 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 99% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $17,890 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
John Brown University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at John Brown University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 1 | 11 | 3 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| Education | 6 | 6 | |||
| Engineering | 1 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 2 | |||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 2 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 1 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 4 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6 | 1 | |||
| Grand total | 1 | 3 | 49 | 12 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at John Brown University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $27,668 |
| Out-of-state | $27,668 |
| Books and supplies | $800 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $14,400 |
| Out-of-state | $14,400 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 316 | 99% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 315 | 99% | $17,890 |
| Student loan aid | 174 | 55% | $7,363 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,424 | 75% | $17,037 |
| Federal student loans | 841 | 44% | $6,430 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for John Brown University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled John Brown University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 1,176 | 388 | 788 | Percent admitted | 100% | 80% | 74% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 27% | 33% | 24% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
John Brown University Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 2,319 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,777 |
| Graduate enrollment | 542 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
John Brown University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
*General information for this school has been gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) database, a service provided by the U.S. Department of Education. CollegeAtlas.org does not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
If you work for a school and would like to update your data please contact us.